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    First Take
    Audi's supercar is a midengined two-seater that shares components with the Lamborghini Gallardo. The regular R8 is powered by a 430-hp, 4.2-liter V8 mated to either a six-speed manual or automatic. Stepping up to the R8 5.2 version brings a 525-hp, 5.2-liter V10. Full-time all-wheel drive with a rear bias is standard. Acceleration and braking capabilities are impressive, and the ride is very firm but not too punishing. Steering is communicative and responsive, and the car is extremely nimble. The shifter takes some getting used to. The cabin is snug but not confining, and is nicely trimmed in leather, aluminum, and carbon fiber. A convertible is also available.

    2014 Sports cars & Convertibles Reliability

    No Data Available

    Crash and Rollover Tests

    IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
    NA
    IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
    NA
    IIHS Side Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
    NA

    Crash and Rollover Tests

    IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
    NA
    IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
    NA
    IIHS Side Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
    NA

    Audi vs. Other New Car Brands

    Audi vs. Other New Car Brands

    Crash and Rollover Tests

    IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
    NA
    IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
    NA
    IIHS Side Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
    NA

    2014 Sports cars 2-seat Ratings

    Features & Specs
    Body Style
      convertible
      coupe
    Seating
    2 front
    Drive Wheels
    AWD
    Engines Available
    • 4.2-liter V8 (430 hp)
    • 5.2-liter V10 (560 hp)
    • 5.2-liter V10 (550 hp)
    • 5.2-liter V10 (525 hp)
    Transmissions Available
    • 7-speed sequential
    • 6-speed sequential
    • 6-speed manual
    Warranty
    Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle

    In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

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    Model History